Leather Work classes - Sydney
The craft of leather work is in the throws of a resurgence, and its newfound popularity is making it one of ClassBento’s most sought after Sydney workshops! As the world grows more sustainability-minded, mass-produced leather and imitation leather has started to give way to small-batch workshops and homemade craftsmanship. You’re searching for fun things to do in Sydney, ClassBento’s range of leather work classes in Sydney will have you learning one of the oldest crafts in history. With a focus on sustainability and mindfulness that is not only rewarding and invigorating but lowers your consumption footprint and supports small craft practitioners in making the world a greener place.
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Simple Leather Card Holder Workshop
4.9 (29)
Only 2 dates left
Dundas Valley
1 to 15 guests
$85 - $100
Leatherwork Workshop: Stitching and Lacing
5.0 (22)
4.9 (434) (for this teacher)
Only 1 date left
Marrickville
1 to 12 guests
$80 - $90
Keyring Leather Craft Class
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Dundas Valley
1 to 6 guests
$70 - $80
Leather Class: Coin Purse and Earphone Case
4.8 (5)
4.8 (315) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 30 guests
$130
Flat Wallet Class
5.0 (4)
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
1 to 3 guests
$220 - $250
Leather Clutch Bag Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
1 to 4 guests
$290 - $320
Small Leather Goods Class: Zipper Pouch
5.0 (4)
4.8 (315) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 30 guests
$130
Leather Tote Bag Course
4.8 (315) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 30 guests
$350
Leather Handcraft DIY Wallet Course
5.0 (2)
4.8 (315) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 30 guests
$220
DIY Leather Course: Tablet Sleeve / Clutch
4.8 (315) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Surry Hills
1 to 30 guests
$260
Leather Bag Making Workshop
5.0 (11)
Your choice of time
Sydney
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1 to 5 guests
$260
Makeup Brush / Tool Holder and Make Up Bag Course
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 30 guests
$260
Leathercraft Workshop Series
5.0 (2)
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
1 to 3 guests
$650
French Notepad Cover DIY Workshop
5.0 (2)
4.8 (315) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 30 guests
$180
Hand-bound Leather Journal Making Workshop
4.9 (5k) (for this teacher)
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Your choice of time
Arncliffe
12 to 60 guests
$90
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Fun Leather Work classes in Sydney
Leather work dates back to roughly 5000 B.C.E where ancient Egyptians mastered the practice and used them for footwear, bags and even military armour. It wasn’t until the ancient Greeks got a hold of the practice that tanning formulas and chemical preservation processes were written down and recorded. As Europe developed into what we know today, the Italian city of Florence grew a reputation for producing the finest leather in the known world. Manipulated for clothing, armour and even tablecloths, leather and leather craftsmen became a prized resource and was a highly valued commodity, particularly on the ever-growing Silk Road trade route. When the Industrial Revolution threw European nations into the new world, different types of leather were needed for the manufacturing industry. Leather work went gangbusters, and now over a billion square metres of leather is produced every year.
Although that’s an impressive number, it’s not entirely sustainable on a large scale manufacturing level. That’s why so many people have turned to independent, small scale leatherworking to produce products that are made from sustainable materials and are hand-crafted as opposed to mass-produced. Our Sydney workshops are a wonderful way to create something special for yourself or a loved one, whilst also being mindful of the global community.
Leatherwork classes are a fun, out-of-the-box option if you’re looking for fun things to do in Sydney. Promoting mindfulness and increasing cognitive function, leatherwork courses aid in good brain health while being a sustainable choice when it comes to choosing a workshop. Supporting small business craftsmen who focus on making sustainable choices when it comes to materials and resources is a great way to support the environment, and lower your own carbon footprint.
Leatherwork classes are an exceptionally unique, hands-on activity that requires a little more elbow grease than your average craft workshop. Although this doesn’t make it perfect for everyone, it’s still a very accessible art form and one of the most unique activities Sydney and Classbento has to offer. It’s a very quirky hens party option as well as a team building activity suitable for a group of staff looking to dress up their office stationery.
Health Benefits of Leatherwork
Leatherwork is a craft that requires complete attention when engaging with it, due to the intricacies of the stitchwork involved, and the equipment required to manipulate the leather itself. This can become a form of “mindful movement meditation” and help detoxify your head from the ruminating thoughts of an otherwise busy week. It’s also found to increase self esteem in people struggling with depression, anxiety and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Although not specific to leatherwork, learning a new skill that involves motor function, concentration and craftsmanship actually increase brainpower. Learning a new skill aids in the production of white matter in the brain, which connects new neural pathways enabling you to use more of your brain on a daily basis. This has been linked to warding off degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Custom classes
Want to learn or experience something specific? You can easily contact our teachers and arrange a custom workshop at your preferred time and to suit your skill level.
If you’re looking for a unique and memorable event these workshops are perfect things to do with friends on the weekend, for aged care groups, team building exercises, indoor things to do, and kids weekend activities. We've got a range of teachers who cater specifically to larger events, and we can customise classes to meet your needs. Get in touch today and we'll put something together for you.
What we offer
- Hand-picked professional leather work teachers
- Support of the local Sydney leatherwork community
- Locations: Sydney CBD, Redfern, Dundas Valley
- Great gift ideas
- Affordable
- Convenient
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